Stocking Lake
Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. DNR lake ID 29017200.
Stocking Lake is a 101.8-acre lake in Hubbard County, Minnesota, near Park Rapids. Its deepest point reaches 25 ft, and about 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet. Summer water clarity averages 11.3 feet in Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring, which places it in the mesotrophic nutrient class. It is not on the DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch.
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Quick facts
| DNR lake ID | 29017200 |
|---|---|
| County | Hubbard County, near Park Rapids |
| Surface area | 101.8 acres |
| Maximum depth | 25 ft |
| Mean depth | 15.0 ft |
| Share under 15 ft | 44% |
| Water clarity (summer) | 11.3 ft through 2025 |
| Phosphorus (summer) | 20.9 µg/L |
| Algae, chlorophyll-a (summer) | 7.5 µg/L |
| Nutrient class | Mesotrophic |
| Clarity trend | Steady (2016 to 2025) |
| Invasive species | Not on DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026) |
| Public water accesses | 0 |
Water quality
Summer averages from Minnesota Pollution Control Agency monitoring through 2025: clarity 11.3 ft, phosphorus 20.9 µg/L, algae (chlorophyll-a) 7.5 µg/L. Using the Carlson trophic state index, Stocking Lake rates as mesotrophic. Summer clarity trend 2016 to 2025: steady.
Fishing on Stocking Lake
The most recent DNR standard fish survey was in 2013 (13 years ago). Catch per net is compared with the DNR’s typical range for lakes of the same type.
| Species | Net | Catch per net | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern pike | gill | 21.5 | 2.3 to 9.2 |
| Northern pike | trap | 2.33 | n/a |
| Yellow perch | gill | 13.0 | 3.7 to 28.4 |
| Yellow perch | trap | 1.56 | 0.5 to 3.7 |
| Black crappie | gill | 3.75 | 0.8 to 8.4 |
| Black crappie | trap | 6.89 | 0.9 to 8.0 |
| Bluegill | gill | 0.25 | n/a |
| Bluegill | trap | 34.44 | 5.9 to 43.3 |
| Largemouth bass | trap | 0.44 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
| Pumpkinseed | trap | 16.22 | 1.5 to 9.1 |
| Rock bass | gill | 0.25 | 0.3 to 1.1 |
| Rock bass | trap | 1.0 | 0.3 to 1.0 |
Largest fish measured in recent DNR samples: Northern pike 33.0 in (2013), Largemouth bass 18.0 in (2013).
Game and panfish documented since 2005: Northern pike, Largemouth bass, Black crappie, Bluegill, Yellow perch, Pumpkinseed, Rock bass, White sucker, Yellow bullhead, Brown bullhead, Black bullhead.
Fishing regulations
No lake-specific regulation found in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Regulations change. Confirm with the DNR before fishing.
Invasive species
Not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means no confirmed listing, not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
Public boat access
No public water access on DNR record.
Nearby lakes
- Upper Bottle Lake 1.2 mi, Hubbard County
- Lower Bottle Lake 1.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Emma Lake 2.0 mi, Hubbard County
- Pickerel Lake 2.1 mi, Hubbard County
- Ojibway Lake 2.3 mi, Hubbard County
- Mantrap Lake 2.4 mi, Hubbard County
- Bad Axe Lake 2.5 mi, Hubbard County
- Dead Lake 2.6 mi, Hubbard County
Questions about Stocking Lake
How deep is Stocking Lake?
Stocking Lake reaches a maximum depth of 25 ft according to Minnesota DNR records. About 44% of the lake is shallower than 15 feet.
How big is Stocking Lake?
Stocking Lake covers about 101.8 acres in Hubbard County, Minnesota.
How clear is Stocking Lake?
Summer water clarity on Stocking Lake averages 11.3 feet (Secchi depth) in MPCA monitoring through 2025. Its trophic state is mesotrophic.
Does Stocking Lake have zebra mussels or other invasive species?
Stocking Lake is not on the Minnesota DNR infested waters list as of September 2026. That means there is no confirmed listing; it is not a guarantee the lake is free of invasive species.
What fish are in Stocking Lake?
Minnesota DNR surveys document northern pike, largemouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, yellow perch, pumpkinseed, rock bass, white sucker, yellow bullhead, brown bullhead in Stocking Lake. The most recent standard survey was in 2013.
Are there lake homes for sale on Stocking Lake?
Homes on Stocking Lake come up for sale throughout the year, and some sell before they’re ever publicly advertised. Tell us what you’re looking for and our agents will run a custom search and send you matching homes on Stocking Lake and nearby lakes, including off-market opportunities when available.
What is it like to live on Stocking Lake?
Small, quiet water suited to paddling and fishing, about 44% shallow shoreline under 15 feet, and summer clarity around 11.3 feet. Conditions vary by property, so walk the frontage and ask us what similar homes have sold for.
Are there special fishing regulations on Stocking Lake?
No lake-specific regulation was found for Stocking Lake in Minnesota Rules or the DNR sunfish list. Statewide and zone regulations apply.
Ask us about Stocking Lake
Whether you’re buying, selling, or just curious, our team works Hubbard County lakes every day. Send us a note or call (218) 656-6469.
Sources: Minnesota DNR LakeFinder records, DNR fish surveys (latest 2013), DNR infested waters list (Sept 2026), Minnesota Rules 6264.0400 (April 2026), MPCA monitoring via the Water Quality Portal, DNR water access records (2023), LAGOS-US. Lakewide information from public data; it does not describe any specific property. Verify shoreline, bottom type, and depth at any frontage.